Fraud and Investigations Desk

• Perform advisory and assurance engagements on the adequacy and effectiveness of the organizations mechanisms for proactively detecting preventing and responding to fraud losses and malpractice.
• Contribute to the development of work programs for assigned audits and other documentation necessary to undertake the assigned engagement.
• Provide investigation and forensic audits in a conscientious manner incorporating careful application of professional standards and observation of relevant legal requirements and rules of professional conduct.
• Apply investigative techniques and methodologies to gather evidence analyze data and draw conclusions during fraud investigations and special reviews.
• Ensure confidentiality and maintain the integrity of the investigative process.
• Complete special requests assigned by the line supervisor and provide timely feedback on the status of assigned engagements
• Contribute to the development ofqualityinvestigation reports that include a clear narrative of the investigation process evidence gathered analysis performed and conclusions reached.
• Update and manage the exceptions and incident tracker and liaise with process owners on implementation status.
• Perform administrative responsibilities as assigned by internal audit management.
• Support with monitoring internal and external fraud and whistleblowing channels to identify potential triggers and red flags enabling the timely initiation of investigation and resolution processes.
• Analyze data to identify patterns anomalies or risk indicators and use findings to inform audits and management recommendations
• Carry out other fraud monitoring detection response recovery and post-incident analysis activities under the supervision of the Team Lead or Senior Analyst
• Assist in preparing periodic fraud dashboards reports and filings for submission to management regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies as required.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Business Accounting Finance Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 3 years experience in investigations and fraud management or audits.
• Prior experience working in Fintech or payment services firm; banking or other financial services firm technology firms etc. will be an advantage.

COMPETENCIES / PERFORMANCE METRICS

Functional and Technical Skills

• Knowledge of finance/banking concepts
• Demonstrable knowledge of fraud schemes and indicators.
• Ability to apply analytical review techniques to complex processes

Investigative Techniques

• Proficiency in conducting investigations including interviewing witnesses collecting and preserving evidence and preparing detailed investigative reports.
• Familiarity with legal and ethical standards governing investigations.
• Understanding and leveraging data analytics techniques and Computer-Assisted Audit

Communication Skills Verbal and Written

• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal means or written documentation.

Interpersonal Skills

• Able to work closely with people at all levels and engage stakeholders